MCAT Behavioral Sciences Question 211: Answer and Explanation

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Question: 211

1. Agent(s) of socialization include:

I. parents.

II. teachers.

III. friends.

  • A. I only
  • B. I and II
  • C. II and III
  • D. I, II, and III

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Item I is true: family, including parents, are considered agents of socialization (choice C can be eliminated). Item II is true: educators, like teachers, are agents of socialization (choice A can be eliminated). Item III is true: peers and friends are also agents of socialization (choice B can be eliminated; choice D is correct).

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